Welcome to China Gourmet Express
**Our Story**
At China Gourmet Express, we celebrate the essence of classic California Chinese takeout. Nestled in East Oakland for over 20 years, our casual eatery is known for generous portions and a diverse menu, offering quick satisfaction for busy lives. Customers rave about our flavorful combo plates, featuring favorites like spicy chicken and teriyaki, prepared for convenience with takeout as our specialty. Though our setting is simple, our commitment to friendly service and quality never falters. Whether you’re grabbing a meal after work or catering a group event, we invite you to enjoy the authentic taste of community dining right here on Fruitvale Avenue.
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3407 Fruitvale Ave Oakland, CA 94602 United States Hotline: (510) 530-3338
Welcome to China Gourmet Express, a beloved staple nestled in the heart of Oakland, CA. Located at 3407 Fruitvale Ave, this restaurant has proudly served the community for over two decades, making it a hallmark of local Chinese cuisine.
As a quintessential Chinese takeout spot, China Gourmet Express excels in delivering hearty portions at reasonable prices. If you’re after a meal that satisfies your cravings without putting a dent in your wallet, you’re in the right place. Dishes range from classic staples like sweet and sour chicken to more adventurous options like teriyaki chicken, all served up quick and with a smile by friendly staff members.
- Takeout or Delivery: Perfect for a busy lifestyle, grab your meal and enjoy it at home or in one of Oakland's scenic parks.
- Family-friendly: With options that appeal to kids and a relaxed atmosphere, it’s a great spot for a casual family meal.
- Menu Highlights: From generous combo plates packed with broccoli beef to delightful appetizers like egg rolls and potstickers, every dish here is made for fulfilling hunger while providing leftovers for the next day!
- Ambience: The restaurant boasts a laid-back vibe with a moderate noise level. Ideal for quick lunchtime bites or casual family dinners, it features both indoor and outdoor seating options.
- Special Amenities: With the convenience of Wi-Fi, bike parking, and catering services, it accommodates diverse needs. Plus, it’s a great spot for lunch with friends while watching a game on TV!
While China Gourmet Express may not redefine gourmet Chinese food, it firmly satisfies the cravings for well-loved, comfort dishes. As highlighted by regulars, the food is best enjoyed fresh and hot, ensuring that you savor every bite. It’s important to note the beloved thin noodles and local favorites that keep patrons returning year after year, like their acclaimed fried fish.
So whether you're a seasoned diner or a newcomer seeking a reliable Chinese food fix, China Gourmet Express is ready to welcome you. Don’t forget to stop by with cash in hand—this restaurant prides itself on keeping things straightforward and authentic. Grab your meal, swing by a local park, and indulge in a culinary experience that feels just right for the everyday diner.
For more information, feel free to call them at (510) 530-3338. China Gourmet Express is here to meet your takeout needs with efficiency and a hearty smile!
Craving cheap, OK, large portion of Chinese food? This is the place to go. There is street parking and the Farmer Joe's parking lot. It is a grab and go spot. They do have a couple tables inside but I generally do not see anyone seated at them. They have your popular Chinese food options along with egg rolls. Overall a decent price - for 3 choice plate it is $18 (plus an egg roll) To be clear if you want "blow your mind" Chinese food then this is NOT the place, but if you want decent food and leftovers for 2-3 meals I recommend coming here.
So I went there for the first time a few days ago and what I will say is the staff was very friendly I don't like that they take cash only for some reason it wasn't taking my card and their ATM so I had to walk up the street to the bank so if you are going to go to this place make sure you have cash. I got a three item and I got spicy chicken and teriyaki chicken definitely will say that I like the teriyaki chicken rice and chow mein were kind of normal. What I will say about this food is make sure you eat it hot and fresh because this is not food that's good when it's cold or being warmed up the next day it leaves like a weird after tasting your mouth. I also got the pot stickers which they were good and I got chicken egg rolls which had a lot of vegetable and a little bit of chicken so if I do go back I probably won't get those again overall the food was pretty decent they give you a big portion and it was decently priced. No dine in.
This is great food in the tradition of California Chinese takeout. You can dine in (at least before pandemic) but the place is basic clean chill. Always service with a smile and quick.
Here we are at another iconic East Oakland restaurant located on Fruitvale Ave near MacArthur Blve. just off the 580. Fruit and Mac, as they say locally. China Gourmet Express is certainly express, but not really gourmet. It's a fast Chinese food setup here mainly for take out by the locals. Been here for over 20 years! Parking is a pain as there just street parking and not the best of neighborhoods. The set up inside is sort of like a Chinese buffet, except you pay ala carte and you don't serve yourself. But you do get to see the food choices before you order. The menu options are ala cart orders of the food you see in front of you or combo plates (boxes) of various fried and sauced entrees, like sweet and sour chicken or pork, broccoli beef paired with chow mein or fried rice. Prices are reasonable for a quick meal after work and you just wanna eat and not think too hard. We got to go as that's the norm here. We had General Chicken, noodles with shrimp, and a couple of combo plates with I think what was Kung Pow Chicken and one with sweet and sour pork, both with chow mein and rice along with one of those fried crab rangoon things. We drove up to the hills to a park to try our food. Not bad .... decent quality for what it is. The food is already made in the steam tray so , no not cooked to order, but still, fast and tasty enough. Yes, this place does have character and represents a real locals Chinese to go place in an urban enviornment.
By far my FAVORITE Chinese food spot, the food is always good, I've been coming here for the past11 yrs! And it NEVER Disapoints, they also give you a good amount of food, I always have left over for next day!, nice, clean, friendly and fast service!, idk why it has 3 stars..it needs to be 5, my FAVE is the thin noodles, along with teriyaki chicken, and fried fish, but EVERYTHNG IS GOOD. This over nasty ass Panda any day!